Re: [Harp-L] OB's/Intonation



I was reminded of Dave Therault's stunningly rendered version of The Deb. A live recording that I heard on the 4th of the harp-l compilations. Magic Dave plays a 10 hole diatonic harmonica in a chromatic jazz setting and it's just fun to listen to. The piece swings and the notes are all on pitch. I listen to this recording and I am just inspired by the music and I don't think about what instrument is playing the lead. While it's a technical tour de force the overwhelming feeling I'm left with after hearing this piece is the emotional content of the playing. For the record, it's not that I don't think it can't be done. It's more a case of seldom hearing this style of music played convincingly on a diatonic harmonica.

Thanks to Frank M for the winamp tip, worked like a charm. Thanks again to Tim for sending me that Tinus mp3.

Anyone have any idea what magic Dave is up to these days? He really left a hole on this forum when he just disappeared. One of my favourite posters of all time and he was just a monster player and generous with his advice. Last I'd heard he was still lurking at the fringes of Denver but also playing with an LA blues band. I'd really like to get my hands on anything that he's ever done that reflects his artistic vision. fjm




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